My girlfriend isn't as cute as me.

"Alright, we're outside!"

Wang Yuting took Lin Jiu's hand and struck a victory pose.

Lin Jiu had given up struggling and was now at her beck and call, as long as she was happy.

"Sure enough, staying cooped up at home all the time isn't good. I want to see more of the world with you."

Wang Yuting held Lin Jiu's hand and looked at him with a bright smile.

Lin Jiu was initially somewhat reluctant, but looking at Wang Yuting's smile, he unconsciously nodded.

Indeed, the scenery seen outside is different from that seen from home.

Whether it's the wind blowing in your face, the sunlight shining directly on you, or the sounds you hear.

Also, the people standing next to you are good.

Both are good.

"It feels a little strange to walk like this."

Lin Jiu was referring to the two of them walking forward hand in hand.

Because of the height difference, he actually looks like the girlfriend.

Wang Yuting dressed so coolly again this time, I wonder if she did it on purpose.

Wang Yuting responded, "So we don't get separated."

Lin Jiu's expression changed instantly. "I'm not a child!"

“You’re not, I am. My mental age is only eight and a half.” Wang Yuting lowered her round-framed glasses a little so that Lin Jiu could see her eyes clearly. Their eyes met, and she chuckled, “Now you’re the adult. Remember to keep an eye on me and don’t let me get lost.”

"...I won't let you get lost."

Lin Jiu gripped her hand tightly and said firmly.

This surprised Wang Yuting, who had been planning to tease Lin Jiu.

She blinked, her pretty face flushed slightly, and she pursed her lips tightly.

Damn it, she underestimated Jiu Jiu's current destructive power. Her armor was easily pierced.

Such an adorable face paired with a serious expression is far more captivating than the sum of its parts.

Wang Yuting then realized just how much of a monster she had created.

As expected, the two attracted a lot of attention, with people constantly glancing at them along the way.

Even though Lin Jiu was well-prepared, she still felt mentally exhausted because less than half of the people in her gaze were genuinely appreciative; most of them were casting particularly disliked glances at her.

"Don't hunch your back, hold your head high and walk forward with big strides."

Wang Yuting gently touched Lin Jiu's shoulder and said earnestly, "Don't bow your head, or your crown will fall. Don't shed tears, or the bad guys will laugh. If someone is jealous of your excellence and feels worse seeing you make money than losing it themselves, then you must do even better. Maintain a good mindset, improve yourself, and then crush all those who stand in your way and harbor ill will towards you."

This is Wang Yuting's life experience.

Because of her striking appearance, she was also targeted behind her back, with people gossiping and spreading rumors. But she didn't give in; instead, she bravely faced any injustice. Later, she discovered that those people were just paper tigers, bullies who preyed on the weak and feared the strong, and dared not confront them directly. Sometimes, some things must be faced; they cannot be solved by running away.

Lin Jiu slowly exhaled, trying to bravely take a step forward and meet the gaze of others.

This is a small step for Lin Jiu, but also a giant leap for him to make a change.

Like a knight, Wang Yuting smiled and took his hand, leading him forward. The confidence radiating from her lips was like a shield, blocking any covetous glances from her. Their hands unconsciously intertwined.

What are you planning to eat for lunch?

Wang Yuting turned to Lin Jiu and asked, she was quite curious about what Lin Jiu would be interested in.

However, she underestimated Lin Jiu's feminine charm. When it came to dining out, Lin Jiu didn't actually have many worldly desires. After all, his childhood dream of a double cheeseburger at McDonald's had been fulfilled not long ago.

To be honest, Lin Jiu felt that he could make a more substantial burger by buying some ingredients at the supermarket.

"Shaxian Snacks".

Lin Jiu thought for a moment and then answered.

Don't get me wrong, he wasn't joking, he was serious.

Do you even understand the prestige of Shaxian Grand Restaurant? Their steamed dumplings are the best in the world!

However, I heard that locals in Shaxian County don't eat steamed dumplings, but rather taro dumplings.

"..."

Wang Yuting glanced at Lin Jiu.

She said earnestly, "Only a fool would take his girlfriend to eat at Shaxian Snacks on a date. Didn't you ever think that the smell of dumplings and peanut butter would affect your breath when you kiss?"

"Oh……"

Lin Jiu nodded in sudden realization.

Wait a minute, something seems off?

Lin Jiu asked cautiously, "Is this a date?"

"if not?"

Wang Yuting responded as a matter of course.

Lin Jiu was dumbfounded. He tried to organize his thoughts, but he just couldn't get the words out.

Is this Wang Yuting's elaborate scheme?

Dressing in women's clothing, putting on makeup, going on a date—all done in one go.

Everything happened so smoothly that he had no chance to refute it.

This woman is no ordinary person.

Lin Jiu sighed, "I never imagined that my first date would be in women's clothing..."

Wang Yuting waved her hand, "Actually, it wasn't exactly our first date."

"what?"

Lin Jiu tilted her head in confusion.

Wang Yuting patiently explained, "Think about it, when we went to Walmart supermarket, that was also a date."

"That counts?!"

Lin Jiu thought for a moment, then it was over.

His first date with a girl was not only in women's clothing, but also without any bra.

If I have children in the future, and they innocently ask, "Dad, how did you and Mom get together? Where did you go on your dates? I'm so curious!"

“Silly child, your father was picked up by your mother from the roadside and we started living together. When we went on a date, your father was wearing your mother’s old dress while shopping at the supermarket. I wasn’t wearing any underwear at the time, it was so exciting.”

"Hey~ then I want to pick up my dad on the street in the future! Then I'll take him to the supermarket and he's not allowed to wear underwear."

"..."

That's some kind of story that's definitely not suitable for children!

Honey, don't bring random things home!

Lin Jiu felt a headache coming on just thinking about it, and subconsciously moved closer to Wang Yuting.

"what happened?"

Wang Yuting looked at him with concern.

Lin Jiu hesitated, not wanting to speak. He couldn't very well say out loud what he had just imagined, could he? That would be too embarrassing.

I'm hungry.

Lin Jiu whispered.

"What a coincidence, me too."

"After all, it's because I didn't make breakfast; it's almost noon now."

"No, no, it's all my fault. I insisted on making you go back to sleep."

"...You do have a good sense of self-awareness."

"Oh no, I've been tricked!"

Wang Yuting fell for the trap. She thought it was a mutual concession, but Lin Jiu turned the tables on her.

The two of them continued to playfully tease each other until they unknowingly arrived at a shopping mall not far from Mingyuexuan residential area.

Wang Yuting had to admit that she was habitually walking towards the company; it was purely an instinctive reaction.

She lived in S City for a year, but basically didn't go anywhere else to see the sights.

After all, Wang Yuting wouldn't go to karaoke on her days off, nor would she go to the movies alone, much less go to trendy spots in groups to post on social media like ordinary girls do. She would only go to the convenience store to openly see Lin Jiu, then buy some snacks and drinks to take home. Once home, she would play games and catch up on anime. Other than that, at most, she would do the laundry that piled up.

As for doing housework?

nonexistent.

If Wang Yuting had done any housework properly, Lin Jiu wouldn't have felt like she'd been thrown into a garbage dump when she first arrived at her house.

"Let's go to a family restaurant for dinner!" Wang Yuting suggested.

She remembered asking Lin Jiu if she had been to a family restaurant, and Lin Jiu's answer was no.

Wang Yuting kept this matter in her heart and never forgot it.

"A family restaurant..."

A look of longing gradually appeared on Lin Jiu's face.

Wang Yuting didn't miss this point and decisively led him towards the sixth floor of the mall.

Logically, as an injured employee on sick leave, she should stay away from the company to avoid gossip from colleagues. However, for Wang Yuting, Lin Jiu was always her top priority. If someone started gossiping, she could simply quit.

Capable adults shine wherever they go. After a year of honing her skills, Wang Yuting's work abilities now far surpass those of most shopping mall managers. She's still a ways off from the manager position, but not by much. With this work experience, it wouldn't be difficult for Wang Yuting to get a job in another shopping mall. If it weren't for someone like Manager Sun on the third floor stabbing her in the back, she might have been promoted even faster.

Plus……

Wang Yuting is no longer the lonely, insecure young girl she was a year ago, just arriving in the big city.

Lin Jiu is her source of motivation.